Local Officials Set up & Extend Cooling Center Hours

Sylmar Cooling centers offer respite from oppressive heat!

Sylmar News Video Clip - https://youtu.be/-AOgeP3PP94?si=oQKs_qj5uyexcdPo

Local officials have set up cooling centers, and air-conditioned spaces where the public can get out of the dangerous temperatures. Heat is especially dangerous for newborns, children, the elderly and those who are pregnant or have chronic health conditions, according to the National Weather Service.

Everyone, but especially people in those categories, is encouraged to stay in shaded and air-conditioned areas, wear loose-fitting and light-colored clothing, and drink plenty of water.

If you can’t find shade or air conditioning, Los Angeles County and other local governments offer cooling centers where people can avoid the heat of the day and stay safe.

Gene Kang reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on July 10, 2024. Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/cooling-centers-offer-respite-from-oppressive-heat/

(ARTICLE CREDIT to - KTLA 5 News - Keeping Southern Californians informed since 1947.)

When temperatures increase during the summer months, the heat can be unpleasant, and at times dangerous. Use the resources below to prepare for and stay safe during periods of excessive heat.

https://emergency.lacity.gov/la-responds/heat

Sylmar Cooling Stations

• Veterans Park - 13000 Sayre St. Sylmar (Building is open during regular park hours.)
• El Cariso Park - 13100 Hubbard St. Sylmar
• Sylmar Library - 14561 Polk St. Sylmar Call for hours (818) 367-6102
• Sylmar Neighborhood Council Community Office - 13521 Hubbard St. Sylmar (818) 833-8737

 More locations - https://ready.lacounty.gov/heat/ 

Sylmar Neighborhood Council - www.SylmarNC.org